UT Austin Boot Camp

UT Austin Boot Camps are 12 week, full-time or 24 week, part-time web development; and 24 week, part-time Data Analytics courses. Our boot camp curricula are designed with the most in-demand market needs in mind. We empower expert instructors and TAs to deliver a dynamic learning experience. Whether you choose to pursue Web Development or Data Analytics and Visualization, over the course of our program, you’ll be immersed in an intensive educational experience. Students not only learn the fundamentals but also apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems, and build portfolios.

Students will benefit from a wide range of career services to be positioned for success through gradua...

Anonymous

Full-Time Coding Boot Camp

"Great program if you have external resources"

The first half of the course was front-end heavy (html, css, jQuery) and I felt like this section had great course materials that were thorough. However, the second half of the class was not as strong. Some of the course materials, especially for React, had broken links and examples with deprecated code. Code changes frequently but I was told that the course has a group that is responsible for keeping the material up-to-date. Despite having time allocated to these topics in curriculum, we didn't have much time for React, React Native, or PHP. The instructor instead took a couple days to set up a wordpress site.

One of the reasons I chose the UT course over other local bootcamps was the fact that they advertised tech companies that they were affiliated with. They presented this as if...

Hello Anonymous,
We first want to congratulate you on your dedication to this rigorous program! We hope you’re proud of all of the hard work you put into completing this course, and all that you have accomplished with your skills. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us, as we consider each review an opportunity for improvement.
The Coding Bootcamp at UT Austin is a data-driven program. Based on market conditions, we actively adjust the curriculum to best serve the long-term needs of our students and equip them with in-demand skills. We understand you would have liked to spend more time focusing on React or PHP. We do our best to communicate to students that because we cover a full-stack, topics are introduced at a higher level in class, after which students are expected to dive in and continue gaining a deeper understanding outside of class. Our program prides itself on teaching how to learn, providing a strong foundation students can use to master additional programming languages post-graduation. This helps individuals learn how to problem-solve and self-teach, a key skill needed in a developer’s career. However, we are constantly working on improving our curriculum to ensure students are learning the most valuable technologies, and it is our goal to ensure that our materials are current and accurate—so we truly appreciate you sharing this feedback. We're glad to hear that you found your TAs to be adept and helpful throughout your time in the program.
Our professional development services are built on the principle of empowerment, and our career services team strives to be clear about expectations. While we do not secure direct employment for our students, we empower them the best we can with the necessary tools and support for entering the job market, including resume support, portfolio reviews, 1:1 coaching, and technical interview training. Some examples of previous companies who have attended tech panels or demo days for past cohorts include Apex Systems, Cisco, Google, and Charles Schwab. Our career services offering is frequently updated to improve our ability to equip students for the job search, and with that, our relationships with various companies can also change over time. We do apologize if the employer component of our career services was unclear prior to your starting the program. We know job seeking is hard and often a full-time job in itself, which is why we encourage students to submit a large number of quality applications on a weekly basis to maximize their professional networking and increase the possibilities of securing a well-matched position. -UT Austin Boot Camps

Paul D.

Full-Time Coding Boot Camp

"If you have no idea where to start in the world of web development, this program is great for..."

If you have no idea where to start in the world of web development, this program is great for teaching you the basics and learning some industry-used technology. The main takeaway is that you get out what you put it. Even if the assignment seems super easy, the amount of effort you put in it will still impact you later in the program. In projects especially, challenge yourself because these will be seen by potential employers.

Don't hesitate to talk to TAs and your instructor. They will help you if you are willing to put in the effort.

If you already know a good deal about web development and the technologies industry uses/may use in the future, this probably isn't for you and may do better with personal research instead.

Thank you for your review Paul, we’re glad that you feel this program is useful for individuals who are looking to enter the world of web development. As you mention, our students get the most out of this program when they make a real effort in their studies and coursework.
We carefully select our instructors and TAs because we know that providing our students with the support they need is important, so it’s great to hear that you found the instruction staff helpful. Congratulations on completing this program, we wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors. -UT Austin Boot Camps

James Hornung

Full-Time Coding Boot Camp

"Absolutely Fantastic!"

I was a graduate from the first cohort at the University of Texas and could not be more pleased with the experience. As my skills and experience level have expanded, I have developed an even deeper appreciation for this bootcamp.

What distinguishes this bootcamp from the crowd? Passion! Without a doubt. All the people involved with this program are passionate about the success of their students. From the men and women who write the curriculum, to the instructors and TA's who are in the class every day, to the career director and student success manager...the list goes on. Every single person I came in contact with at the bootcamp seemed genuinely interested in my personal success, and that of my peers. The energy this created was palpable every single day and drove me to try...

Congratulations on completing the program, James! We really appreciate your review. Our team is very passionate about helping our students succeed, and feedback like this makes our hard work worthwhile.
We’re glad you liked the curriculum. It is intended to help prepare students for a real career in web development. We want our students to understand core concepts, and how to continue their progress as professional web developers for years to come. As you mention, this program does require dedicated study and practice. Because we understand this can be difficult, we provide student support like: outside tutoring sessions, live and virtual office hours, and a dedicated slack channel.
It’s fantastic that offering the program through the UT Austin Center for Professional Education, was a deciding factor for you. We’re proud to offer students the ability to showcase their knowledge and skills to potential employers with a certificate from a trusted educational institution.
The part-time schedule was designed for working professionals just like you, so we’re happy to hear that it allowed you to complete the program while maintaining your career. We hope you’re proud of all of the hard work you put into completing this program. We wish you nothing but the best moving forward.

George

Full-Time Coding Boot Camp

"Great Experience"

If you have no idea where to start in the world of web development, this program is great for teaching you the basics and learning some industry-used technology. The main takeaway is that you get out what you put it. Even if the assignment seems super easy, the amount of effort you put in it will still impact you later in the program. In projects especially, challenge yourself because these will be seen by potential employers.

Don't hesitate to talk to TAs and your instructor. They will help you if you are willing to put in the effort.

If you already know a good deal about web development and the technologies industry uses/may use in the future, this probably isn't for you and may do better with personal research instead.

Hi George,
We really appreciate your review. It’s fantastic to hear that this program is useful for those who want to join the world of web development, and that you found the instruction staff to be helpful. We carefully select experienced instructors and TAs in order to provide our students with the in-depth support that is necessary for their success.
You do make an excellent point in that our students get the most out of this program when they make a real effort in their studies and coursework, thank you for providing this helpful insight for future students. Congratulations on completing this program, we wish you all the best moving forward.
-UT Austin Boot Camps

Shawn

Full-Time Coding Boot Camp

"Great course for new and experienced coders"

this course had a great curriculum that could benefit new coders but also experienced ones. You cover a wide range of topics but the biggest benefit is graduating from the course with a strong understanding of the underlying concepts of web development. With strong base knowledge you are prepared to expand your skills is all aspects of web development. And lastly, the instructors are very personable and willing to help at all times.

Thank you so much for sharing your review, Shawn! We are thrilled that you thought highly of the program and curriculum, and that it successfully helped you learn the fundamental concepts for web development. As you noted, our curriculum is designed to not only teach you the most in-demand skills for the industry, but to teach you how to learn, so that you can continue your mastery even after the program ends.
We are also happy to know that you had a great experience with our instructors—we love our instructional team and admire their dedication to helping students succeed. Thank you again for taking the time to post your feedback. Congratulations on all of your hard work in the program! We wish you the best as you move forward. -UT Austin Boot Camps

Darryl Scott

"My Experience"

If you have no idea where to start in the world of web development, this program is great for teaching you the basics and learning some industry-used technology. The main takeaway is that you get out what you put it. Even if the assignment seems super easy, the amount of effort you put in it will still impact you later in the program. In projects especially, challenge yourself because these will be seen by potential employers.

Don't hesitate to talk to TAs and your instructor. They will help you if you are willing to put in the effort.

If you already know a good deal about web development and the technologies industry uses/may use in the future, this probably isn't for you and may do better with personal research instead.

We really appreciate your review Darryl, and congratulations on completing the program. We’re thrilled to hear that this course is useful for those looking to enter the field of web development. You make an excellent point—students certainly get more out of this program when they commit time and effort to their studies and coursework.
We know that providing our students with the support they need is important, so we carefully select our instructors and TAs. It’s great that you found the instruction staff to be helpful. We’re wishing you nothing but the best as you move forward.
-UT Austin Boot Camps

An Huynh

Master of Science in Information, Risk, and Operations Management with a focus on Business Analytics

"A life-changing experience"

Female, late 20s, UT at Austin Coding Bootcamp, 6-month part-time program.
Searched for jobs for three months. Over 180 applications filled (not counting those "one-click-apply" job offers on linkedIn...)
Found a 3- month internship (worked for free), and worked as a part-time TA for the UTCB before working full-time.
Received three official offers, and accepted a job exactly five weeks after graduating.

Pros:
Great instructional staff. Shoutout to Josh Madewell, Stephanie Denny, Jedd Fenner.
Super thorough curriculum with a dash of comp-sci builds a fantastic foundation to ground trainings you learn on the job later.
Got the great University of Texas at Austin name on your resume.
One-on-one time with staff in person, online-video, and via slack.
Weekly webinars gave one...

Congratulations on your full-time position, An! We’re so glad that you had such a positive experience with this program, and that you were able to take advantage of the many resources we provide to our students. We love hearing that you have developed a lasting network of peers and mentors through this course, and it makes us proud of our team to hear that they are providing our students with the support and guidance they need during their boot camp journey.
As you mention, UT Austin chose to collaborate with Trilogy Education Services (TES) to develop The Coding Boot Camp. TES is the leading continuing education program manager in the U.S., and has partnered with over 25 top universities to support their efforts. This partnership allows us to tap into TES’ proven framework for helping students learn about the latest technologies in an environment that fosters lifelong learning.
Congratulations on completing the boot camp, and on all of your success. We’re wishing you the best of luck as you move forward in your career.
-UT Austin Boot Camps

Anonymous

Part-Time Coding Boot Camp

"look elsewhere"

it is extremely difficult to articulate how bad this bootcamp actually is. it is not for a lack of words or vocabulary, but it is difficult to get past the feelings of being cheated, scammed and otherwise disappointed. i originally wrote an extremely long review but i have now condensed it to a critique of the 3 promises i was given before joining:

1. instruction & guidance : the main thing i wanted/expected from this course was instruction in what is modern web development and its best practices. what i got was a clueless instructor who clearly does not know what modern web development is. the curriculum is developed (and the course is run) by a company named trilogy. it really has nothing to do with UT Austin but rather is sold on UT Austin's reputation. do not be deceived. the ins...

Dear Anonymous,
Thank you for taking the time to share your personal experience. We regret that your experience was not what you expected, but we thank you for your feedback as we view each review as an opportunity for self evaluation. We know that completing the coding boot camp is extremely challenging and requires intense commitment. We congratulate you on graduating and hope you will continue to take advantage of the support we can provide as outlined below.
As you note, UT Austin has partnered with Trilogy Education Services, a continuing education program manager that provides a proven and innovative curriculum in use across more than 20 top universities nationwide. This partnership allows our students to learn about the latest technologies in an environment that fosters lifelong learning. It is an evolving curriculum informed by employers in our network from across the country.
We understand that you chose UT Coding Boot Camp for expert guidance in navigating the daunting task of learning modern web development in in an accelerated environment. We strive to provide strong and supportive guidance in our classes but it is clear your instructor did not deliver that for you. Instructors at the UT Coding Boot Camp are assessed extensively prior to being hired and are required to have a minimum five years of real world experience. If we receive feedback from students indicating a concern with an instructor, we work to quickly remedy that with additional training and support as needed. We understand that instructors and students are not always a perfect match, but we do take any concerns raised very seriously.
We are also disappointed to hear that your career service experience failed to meet your expectations. Throughout the program, we work to prepare students for their job search through interview coaching, technical interview training, resume building, cultivating an online presence, employer events and opportunities to network with local employers. Despite your relocation, our program doesn’t end at graduation and we will work to support you even after your move. If you are willing to work with us, we will show you how to uncover opportunities in your new home town and connect you to employers through our networks wherever possible.
We are happy to hear that you had a good experience with our TA, Alex, who was, like you, a graduate of one of the boot camps in the Trilogy university network. It is also good to hear that you have made lasting connections in the program. We love seeing the collaboration that develops between students throughout the course.
Again, despite your relocating out of the Austin area, I would love for you to reach out to me directly (Brett) so that I may connect you with a career director in our network to assist you as you continue your search. Please call me at 512-387-1914.
We wish you the best of luck and look forward to speaking with you soon!
-The Coding Boot Camp at UT Austin

Adam Camacho

Full-Time Coding Boot Camp

"More valuable than many college degrees"

Here's the TLDR, I would absolutely recommend attending this boot camp, with the caveat that you have to be realistic about time management. If you don't have to work while you attend, or if you work but have minimal commitments to loved ones, then you can get tremendous value from this boot camp, more than many college degrees would yield. If, on the other hand, you have to work a full time job and have kids or a significant other competing for your attention, then you may not get as much value out of the course. Just be honest with yourself, but if you have the time, this course is a phenomenal investment.

Here's the full review.

About Me: I had been teaching myself to code on and off for almost two years before starting the boot camp, and as soon as I heard of it, which was a d...

Thanks, Adam! Your thoughtful and detailed review is much appreciated and will be very helpful to prospective bootcamp students. Our entire staff - Instructors, TAs, Student Success Manager and Career Director - are all so passionate about education and changing the lives of others. We love hearing that you felt that about our staff! We're wishing you all the best in your interviews and know you'll land somewhere awesome.

Jimmie Jackson

Full-Time Coding Boot Camp

"I can't thank the people behind The Coding Bootcamp enough"

ABOUT ME: Just to put my experience into perspective, I came from a varied background in sales, freelance photography and videography. I loathed going into my sales job every day and wanted a career change but wasn't exactly sure how to go about it or what direction to head. I randomly came across a bootcamp, and was intrigued at the idea. Become a web developer in 24 weeks? I had taken a basic HTML/CSS class in college several years ago, and while I certainly enjoyed it, that sounds a little too good to be true. My options were to either go back to school through UT or ACC, or look more into a bootcamp, weighing the pros and cons of each. Once I decided this was certainly the direction I wanted to head, I started researching local bootcamps more in-depth, of which several exist. The Co...

Jimmie - it has been an absolutely pleasure watching you learn and grow and we could not be more proud of your success. Thank you for your detailed review. It made everyone's day! Wishing you all the best.

Anonymous

Full-Time Coding Boot Camp

"Best investment I've made in my skillset"

Pros:
1. They teach you how to learn so it doesn't matter what language you're working in, you have the tools to understand how to build in it.
2. They start from square 1 and guide you through core concepts - you can be a total beginner & learn
3. Career services is a great resource if you choose to use it - they'll help you up your resume and interview game.
4. They offer a part time program so you can work during the course
5. They will change course curriculum based on skills demand in Austin
6. There are office hours available with TAs & Instructor before & after class - every day.

Cons:
1. You will lose 20 hours per week outside of class to studying in class exercises & homework - if you're working, say goodbye to your social life.
2. I wish they would have spent more t...

Thanks so much for your kind words and thanks for the feedback on the curriculum! It really makes us proud to see our students graduate from the program coming away with strong opinions about technology. We'll be taking your feedback and using it to tweak our program even further. We've heard lots of positive reviews about the curriculum, but with feedback from students like yourself -- we look forward to making it even better!
Good luck with your future career pursuits. We know you'll become a professional development rockstar in no time.